2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 42 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 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 700 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Grandis | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1967 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2540 mm |
