1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 24 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Korando (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 515 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 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando 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, 2002 SsangYong Korando (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric. 2002 SsangYong Korando 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. 2002 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 Nissan Cedric | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Cedric | Korando |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2490 mm |