1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 14 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (109 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 695 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Nissan Cedric | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
Model | Cedric | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2960 mm |