1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1992 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1992 Plymouth Laser is newer by 31 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 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 65 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, 1992 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1992 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Cedric | Laser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
