1995 Holden Nova vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 Holden Nova is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 236 kg more than 1995 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Nova | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Nova | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |
