1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cedric is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Cedric |
Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |