1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric would be higher. Both 1998 Citroen Xsara and 1969 Nissan Cedric are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
