1996 Dodge Dakota vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 Dodge Dakota is newer by 33 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 445 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, 1996 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Dakota | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Dakota | Cedric |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |