1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 1987 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 75 kg more than 1987 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 1987 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2560 mm |
