1964 Nissan Cedric vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 44 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 373 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Cedric | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Cedric | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
