1987 Nissan Cedric vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 143 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Nissan Cedric (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Cedric | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Carina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
