1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
