1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 429 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Cedric |
Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |