1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 16 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 184 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, 1987 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1987 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cedric | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |
