1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 45 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), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 413 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cedric | Touran |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
