1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 219 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
