1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 285 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
