1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 29 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cedric | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
