1997 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 29 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 419 kg more than 1968 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 Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Venture | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Venture | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
