1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 118 kg more than 1971 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 Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
