1990 GMC Jimmy vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 28 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 954 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Jimmy | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
