1966 Nissan Cedric vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 260 kg more than 1966 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Opel Zafira (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Nissan Cedric | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
