2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 36 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 495 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
