1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1965 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Nissan Cedric (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1965 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2540 mm |
