1977 Nissan Cedric vs. 1991 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1991 Toyota Previa is newer by 14 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 2,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Previa weights approximately 265 kg more than 1977 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Previa, 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, 1991 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cedric | 1991 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Previa |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
