1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Carlton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 30 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Vauxhall Carlton (194 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 1987 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cedric | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
