1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1989 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1989 Nissan Santana is newer by 28 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Santana (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Santana should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 11 kg more than 1989 Nissan Santana.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Nissan Santana (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1989 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Santana |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
