2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Catera is newer by 40 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 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 775 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Catera | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Catera | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2961 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2540 mm |
