1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 445 kg more than 1975 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK VIII | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2700 mm |
