1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 280 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
