2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 37 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 540 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, 2008 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Patriot | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2700 mm |
