1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 42 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 745 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
