1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1997 Renault Safrane is newer by 26 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Safrane (142 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 205 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, 1997 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cedric | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
