1964 Nissan Cedric vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 1999 Rover 800 is newer by 35 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 800 weights approximately 350 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 1999 Rover 800. 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, 1999 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Cedric | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cedric | 800 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2780 mm |
