1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1998 Volvo V40
To start off, 1998 Volvo V40 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Volvo V40.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1998 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cedric | V40 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
