1998 Ford Scorpio vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Scorpio | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
