1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 33 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 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 430 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, 1995 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2710 mm |
