1987 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 25 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Cedric.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Cedric. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Cedric will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cedric | Venza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2780 mm |