2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,015 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1382 kg more than 1968 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 Land Rover Discovery (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Discovery | Cedric |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2700 mm |