1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 75 kg more than 1967 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
