1984 Nissan Cedric vs. 1980 Reliant GTC
To start off, 1984 Nissan Cedric is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Reliant GTC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Reliant GTC would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Reliant GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Reliant GTC (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Reliant GTC should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Reliant GTC weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 Reliant GTC (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Reliant GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Cedric | 1980 Reliant GTC | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | Cedric | GTC |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
