2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (311 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 324 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-150 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-150 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2700 mm |
