1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1986 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1986 Nissan Cedric is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Centura (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 85 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Centura | 1986 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Centura | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2740 mm |
