1967 Nissan Cedric vs. 2004 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Nissan Cedric (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva. (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Cedric | 2004 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cedric | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
