1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cherry is newer by 8 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 550 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2400 mm |
