2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 36 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | Exige | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
