1985 Nissan Cedric vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 148 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
Because 1985 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 1985 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird, 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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Cedric. (168 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Cedric | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cedric | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |
