1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,750 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo XC90 (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1975 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cedric | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2750 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
