1976 Nissan Cedric vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 32 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 149 kg more than 1976 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Cedric | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
