2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1988 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 540 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.
Because 1988 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1988 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Pilot | Cedric |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |