1972 Nissan Cedric vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cedric | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Carina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2590 mm |
