1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 252 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
