1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider
To start off, 1995 Renault Sport Spider 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Sport Spider should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 390 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Renault Sport Spider (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Sport Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1995 Renault Sport Spider | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cedric | Sport Spider |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
