2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 41 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 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 661 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Venture | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2540 mm |
