1960 Nissan Cedric vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 48 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Cedric | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cedric | Passat |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
