1967 Nissan Cedric vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 7 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 5,792 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 265 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, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Cedric | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cedric | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 5792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
