2009 Ford E-350 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | E-350 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |
