1970 Ford Escort vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Escort (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 79 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Escort (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Escort | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
