1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 27 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 425 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 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, 2005 Toyota Previa, 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cedric | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cedric | Previa |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |