1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 596 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 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cedric | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2748 mm |
