1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Dodge Dart is newer by 1 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 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 65 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
