2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 36 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 425 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Freestyle | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
