1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 520 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
