1974 Nissan Cedric vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 282 kg more than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cedric | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
