2003 Nissan Quest vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Nissan Quest is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Quest weights approximately 739 kg more than 1963 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, 2003 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Quest | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Quest | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2540 mm |
