2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Chrysler 300 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1970 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 Chrysler 300 (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | 300 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
