1961 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 49 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 361 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3200 mm |
