1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1999 Opel Zafira
To start off, 1999 Opel Zafira is newer by 28 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Zafira weights approximately 100 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, 1999 Opel Zafira (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1999 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
