1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 472 kg more than 1962 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Cedric |
Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |