2005 Lincoln Aviator vs. 1988 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Aviator is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Aviator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (298 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Aviator should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Aviator weights approximately 715 kg more than 1988 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Lincoln Aviator (407 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Aviator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Aviator | 1988 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Aviator | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2740 mm |
