1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avensis 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, 2011 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2011 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
