2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 34 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 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 226 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
