1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 216 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
