1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cedric is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia 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 25 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 610 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1978 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Familia | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2700 mm |
