1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Toyota Soarer is newer by 31 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 410 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, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Soarer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
