2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 30 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1971 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 TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | TE-50 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
