1977 Nissan Cedric vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 28 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 492 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Cedric | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Cedric | Korando |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |
