1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 1988 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1988 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 18 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Toyota 4Runner (189 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 1988 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
