1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 26 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. Both 1970 Nissan Cedric and 1996 Renault Safrane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cedric | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
