1964 Nissan Cedric vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 1980 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 911 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1964 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Nissan Cedric is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Cedric will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Cedric | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cedric | 911 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2270 mm |
