1967 Nissan Cedric vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 1972 Rover 3.5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1967 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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Cedric | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cedric | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |
