1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 1999 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Toyota Corolla is newer by 21 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1978 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 1978 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1978 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Corolla. 1999 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1978 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1978 Nissan Cedric will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 1999 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
