1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 94 kg more than 1970 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |
