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Nissan Cedric Y31, facelift 1991 2.0 (85 Hp) LPG Automatic
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Nissan Cedric:
The Nissan Cedric is a large automobile produced by Nissan from 1960 to 2015. It was developed to provide upscale transportation, competing with the Prince Skyline and Gloria which were later merged into the Nissan family. In later years, the Nissan Skyline was positioned as a sports sedan/coupe, whereas the Nissan Gloria was turned into a sporty version of the Cedric....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Y31, facelift 1991 Overview:
Nissan Cedric (Y31, facelift 1991). With 170 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1480 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 18.4 s). The top speed reaches 157 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 (85 Hp) LPG Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very modest performance, primarily designed for cost-effective operation rather than speed.
Fuel Economy
While LPG consumption in liters is high, the lower cost of LPG makes it an economical choice per kilometer.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Smooth and comfortable ride quality
- • Robust and generally reliable engines (especially diesels and V6s)
- • Spacious interior and large boot
- • Classic, understated executive styling
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards
- • Fuel economy can be high on petrol V6s
- • Performance is modest on lower-powered trims
- • Limited availability of parts outside Japan for specific components
- • Handling is geared towards comfort, not sportiness
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Y34: 1999 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Cedric |
| Generation: | Y31, facelift 1991 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 (85 Hp) LPG Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 85 Hp @ 4400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 42.5 Hp/l [170mm less] |
| Torque: | 170 Nm @ 2400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | NA20PE More details about the engine NA20PE |
| Engine displacement: | 1998 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol / LPG |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12-15.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.3-10.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 18.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 18.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 157 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.4 kg/Hp, 57.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.7 kg/Nm, 114.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 17.5 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1480 |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4690 mm mm [170mm less] |
| Width: | 1695 mm mm [75mm less] |
| Height: | 1445 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2735 mm mm [65mm less] |
| Front track: | 1440 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1400 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 175 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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