1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 105 kg more than 1967 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
