1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira is newer by 35 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Zafira (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 260 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, 2005 Opel Zafira (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
