1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 206 kg more than 1961 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, 1998 Ford Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Cougar | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2540 mm |
