1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 29 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 236 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
