1965 Nissan Cedric vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1968 Opel GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Nissan Cedric (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1965 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Nissan Cedric | 1968 Opel GT | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Cedric | GT |
Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2440 mm |