1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 1992 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
