1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 33 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 415 kg more than 1963 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 Nissan Skyline (368 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
