1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1980 Nissan Silvia is newer by 18 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 80 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, 1980 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
