1965 Nissan Cedric vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 44 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 998 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Nissan Cedric | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Nissan | Jeep |
Model | Cedric | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2790 mm |