1964 Nissan Cedric vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 41 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1144 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Cedric | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cedric | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2860 mm |
