2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1979 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1979 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Land Rover | Nissan |
Model | Defender | Cedric |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |