1972 Nissan Cedric vs. 2002 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avalon is newer by 30 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 366 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cedric | 2002 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
