2002 Audi A6 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2002 Audi A6 is newer by 31 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 2,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A6 (174 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A6 weights approximately 305 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, 2002 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A6 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2696 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
