2009 Ford Escape vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escape | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
