1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 463 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Cedric |
Year Released | 1995 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |