1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 AMC Pacer (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 AMC Pacer should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 AMC Pacer (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | Pacer | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
