1988 Nissan Cedric vs. 1961 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 1988 Nissan Cedric is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Vauxhall Velox should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 235 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall Velox.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Vauxhall Velox (201 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Vauxhall Velox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Cedric | 1961 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cedric | Velox |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
