1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 is newer by 33 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Volvo 480.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cedric | 480 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
