1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 7 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 230 kg more than 1968 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Cedric | Volare |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
