1983 Dodge Mirada vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1983 Dodge Mirada is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 615 kg more than 1963 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, 1983 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Mirada | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Mirada | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2540 mm |
