1998 Ford Laser vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Ford Laser is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 145 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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 Laser (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Laser | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Laser | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
