2004 Acura EL vs. 1962 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Acura EL is newer by 42 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1962 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura EL weights approximately 252 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, 2004 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura EL | 1962 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | EL | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
