2008 Ford Expedition vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Expedition | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
