2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1981 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Cervo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Cervo would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1303 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Cervo. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1981 Suzuki Cervo has manual transmission. 1981 Suzuki Cervo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1981 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Navara | Cervo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1838 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2040 mm |
