2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | F-350 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |
