1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 26 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 520 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Jimmy | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |
