2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 48 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 464 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Avalanche | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2540 mm |
