1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
