1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 36 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Nissan | Panoz |
| Model | Cedric | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
