1987 Nissan Cedric vs. 1996 Vector M12
To start off, 1996 Vector M12 is newer by 9 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vector M12 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1987 Nissan Cedric. 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, 1996 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Cedric | 1996 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Vector |
| Model | Cedric | M12 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
