2004 Ford Escape vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 33 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 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 198 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, 2004 Ford Escape (257 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
