1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 31 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Telstar | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
