1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 29 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 450 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Because 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2007 Tata Sumo 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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Cedric | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2425 mm |
