1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1979 Nissan Silvia is newer by 11 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 17 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 280 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
