2001 Mitsubishi Montero vs. 1987 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Cedric (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Montero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 672 kg more than 1987 Nissan Cedric.
Because 2001 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2001 Mitsubishi Montero (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Montero | 1987 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Montero | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2477 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
