1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is newer by 31 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 2,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 280 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, 1993 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 1993 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cedric | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2860 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2480 mm |
