1998 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 35 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 425 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, 1998 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Lumina | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Lumina | Cedric |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |