1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. 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 Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Vega | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
