1962 Nissan Cedric vs. 2009 Volvo C30
To start off, 2009 Volvo C30 is newer by 47 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo C30 weights approximately 668 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, 2009 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Nissan Cedric | 2009 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cedric | C30 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
