1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 9 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 306 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego. 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 (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cedric | Fuego |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
