1986 Nissan Cedric vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1986 Nissan Cedric is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Cedric (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 325 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1986 Nissan Cedric (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Cedric | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Cedric | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2110 mm |
