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Nissan Cedric Y32 2.8d (100 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
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)
Y32 Overview:
Nissan Cedric (Y32). With 178 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.45 l/100km). With a weight of 1590 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 17.6 s). The top speed reaches 163 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.
The Nissan Cedric Y32 generation predates the establishment of Euro NCAP testing (1997). Therefore, no official Euro NCAP safety rating is available for this model. Safety features are typical for vehicles of its early 1990s production.
2.8d (100 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate, albeit leisurely, performance for a large sedan. Acceleration is slow, making it more suited for relaxed cruising rather than spirited driving.
Fuel Economy
Achieves reasonable fuel economy for its size and era, particularly on longer journeys, making it a cost-effective option for daily commuting.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and spacious interior
- • Wide range of engines, from economical diesel to powerful turbo V6
- • Classic, understated executive styling
- • Generally robust and reliable powertrains
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Dated safety features compared to modern vehicles
- • Fuel economy can be high for V6 models
- • Handling is comfort-oriented, not sporty
- • Parts availability for some specific trims or regions can be challenging
- • Acceleration of diesel models can be very slow
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Y32: 1991 - 1995).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Cedric |
| Generation: | Y32 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.8d (100 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1993 |
| End of production: | 1995 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 100 Hp @ 4800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 35.4 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 178 Nm @ 2400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | RD28 More details about the engine RD28 |
| Engine displacement: | 2825 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | SOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 85 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 22.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 9.9-13 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.2-9.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.9 kg/Hp, 62.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.9 kg/Nm, 111.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1590 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4780 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1745 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1410 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2760 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1500 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1495 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 150 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 205/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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