1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 1998 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1998 Nissan Maxima is newer by 37 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 260 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, 1998 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 1998 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
