1952 Allard K3 vs. 1987 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1987 Nissan Cedric is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Allard K3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Allard K3 would be higher. At 3,622 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Allard K3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Cedric (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1952 Allard K3. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1952 Allard K3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 98 kg more than 1952 Allard K3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1952 Allard K3 (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Allard K3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Allard K3 | 1987 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Allard | Nissan |
| Model | K3 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3622 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
