2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 283 kg more than 1966 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Lumina | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
