1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 Yaris, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
