1972 Nissan Cedric vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 36 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1261 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cedric | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cedric | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 5661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |