1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 17 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 655 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
