1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 45 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 737 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cedric | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
