1998 Ford Telstar vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
