2000 Ford Focus vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus is newer by 29 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 120 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
