1977 Nissan Cedric vs. 1983 Volvo 740
To start off, 1983 Volvo 740 is newer by 6 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 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 740 (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Volvo 740 (260 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cedric | 1983 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volvo |
| Model | Cedric | 740 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2780 mm |
