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Nissan Cedric Y31, facelift 1991 3.0i V6 (160 Hp) 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 248 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1520 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 10.6 s). The top speed reaches 190 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.
3.0i V6 (160 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The most powerful petrol option, providing smooth and confident acceleration for highway cruising and overtaking.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption is expected for a 3.0L V6 automatic, but acceptable for its class.
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- • Outdated safety features by modern standards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(Y33: 1997 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Cedric |
| Generation: | Y31, facelift 1991 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0i V6 (160 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1999 |
| End of production: | 2002 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 54.1 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 248 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2960 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.2-17.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.5-11.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.5 kg/Hp, 105.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.1 kg/Nm, 163.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1520 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4690 mm mm |
| Width: | 1690 mm mm |
| Height: | 1425 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2735 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1440 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1450 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 155 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 | 195/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
If you could change one thing about the Nissan Cedric, what would it be?