1999 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1984 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 815 kg more than 1984 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Land Rover Range Rover | 1984 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
| Model | Range Rover | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
