1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 1982 Volvo 360
To start off, 1982 Volvo 360 is newer by 20 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volvo 360 (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Volvo 360 weights approximately 170 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, 1982 Volvo 360 (163 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 1982 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cedric | 360 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
