1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 145 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cedric | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
