1998 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 76 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
