1979 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (174 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 250 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cedric | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cedric | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
