1995 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti Q45 (278 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1961 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 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Infiniti Q45 | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | Q45 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 396 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
