1964 Nissan Cedric vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 24 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 2,680 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Because 1964 Nissan Cedric is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Cedric | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cedric | 944 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
