1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 41 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 733 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, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2789 mm |
