1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 24 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 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 234 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan Cedric | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Cedric | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |