2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 45 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 550 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
