1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 35 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 615 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cedric | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2770 mm |
