1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 1996 Volvo V70
To start off, 1996 Volvo V70 is newer by 34 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 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V70 (193 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V70 weights approximately 474 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, 1996 Volvo V70 (275 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 1996 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cedric | V70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2670 mm |
