1977 Nissan Cedric vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1979 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cedric | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Celica |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
