1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 619 kg more than 1961 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cedric | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
