1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 114 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 485 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Previa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
