1989 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1976 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Conquest is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (186 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 31 kg more than 1989 Chrysler Conquest.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Conquest, 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, 1989 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Conquest | 1976 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Conquest | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
