2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ranger (148 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 22 kg more than 1963 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 Ranger (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Ranger | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2540 mm |
