2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
