1988 Nissan Cedric vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 132 kg more than 1988 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Avensis, 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Cedric | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
