1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, 2010 Volvo C30 is newer by 42 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo C30 weights approximately 127 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cedric | C30 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2639 mm |
