1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1968 Volvo 120
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo 120 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Volvo 120.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Volvo 120 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1968 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cedric | 120 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
