1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 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 170 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric. 2000 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. 2000 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
