1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 935 kg more than 1962 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 Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |
