2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 176 kg more than 1961 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
