1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Express (379 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2364 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2700 mm |
