2003 Ford C-MAX vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Ford C-MAX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (144 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 102 kg more than 1970 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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford C-MAX | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | C-MAX | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
