1999 Nissan President vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Nissan President is newer by 28 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 570 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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan President | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | President | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
