2005 Kia Opirus vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Kia Opirus is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Opirus weights approximately 571 kg more than 1968 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, 2005 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Opirus | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Opirus | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2700 mm |
