1965 Nissan Cedric vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1982 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 17 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 150 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan Cedric | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2530 mm |
