1976 Nissan Cedric vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 330 kg more than 1990 Rover 400.
Because 1976 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cedric | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cedric | 400 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
