1988 Nissan Cedric vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1988 Nissan Cedric is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 380 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Because 1988 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Nissan Cedric (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Nissan Cedric | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cedric | Celica |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |