1967 Mazda Luce vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cedric is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1967 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 300 kg more than 1967 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mazda Luce | 1978 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
