2000 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 29 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (184 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 575 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, 2000 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Astro | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Astro | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
