1969 Nissan Cedric vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, both 1969 Nissan Cedric and 1969 Opel Rekord were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 205 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. 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 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Cedric | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
