1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 27 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 261 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cedric | S80 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2800 mm |
