1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 36 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 275 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2700 mm |
