1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1981 Nissan Cherry is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cherry | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2700 mm |
