2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1964 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1409 kg more than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1964 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Discovery | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
