2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (221 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 692 kg more than 1963 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1777 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
