1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2005 Renault Avantime is newer by 34 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Avantime (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Avantime weights approximately 400 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, 2005 Renault Avantime (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cedric | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
