1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 465 kg more than 1961 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2540 mm |
