1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 38 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 12 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3710 mm |
