1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 1970 Opel Olympia
To start off, both 1970 Nissan Cedric and 1970 Opel Olympia were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1970 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 510 kg more than 1970 Opel Olympia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Olympia. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 1970 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
