1989 Citroen XM vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 27 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 407 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, 1989 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
