2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 402 kg more than 1969 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 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
