1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 2 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 102 kg more than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
