1960 Nissan Cedric vs. 1982 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1982 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Volkswagen Santana (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Cedric | 1982 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cedric | Santana |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
