1987 Nissan Cedric vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1987 Nissan Cedric is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Triumph TR6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Triumph TR6 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Triumph TR6 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 193 kg more than 1971 Triumph TR6.
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, 1971 Triumph TR6 (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Triumph TR6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Cedric | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Cedric | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2240 mm |
