1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corona weights approximately 70 kg more than 1962 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, 1974 Toyota Corona (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Nissan Cedric | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cedric | Corona |
Year Released | 1962 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |