1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 31 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, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Celica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
