1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 29 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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Skoda Octavia (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | Cedric | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
