1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Senator |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
