2008 Ford Edge vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Edge weights approximately 177 kg more than 1962 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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Edge | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
