1963 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 48 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1027 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Cedric | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Cedric | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3020 mm |
