1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
