1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 37 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 64 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3250 mm |
