1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 39 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 575 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Cedric | Korando |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
