2009 Dodge Durango vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 38 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 371 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Durango | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
