1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 40 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 20 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Cedric | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2499 mm |
