1973 Nissan Cedric vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 987 kg more than 1973 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (265 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cedric | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cedric | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
