2005 Ford Focus vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Focus | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
