1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 30 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 92 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, 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
