1986 Nissan Cedric vs. 1998 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1998 Panoz AIV is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 95 kg more than 1998 Panoz AIV.
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, 1998 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Nissan Cedric | 1998 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Nissan | Panoz |
Model | Cedric | AIV |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2650 mm |