1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 48 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Cedric | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
