1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1970 Volkswagen 411 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 258 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cedric | 411 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
