1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 26 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 432 kg more than 1971 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 Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Trans Sport | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
