1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1973 Toyota Corona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 216 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan Cedric | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | Cedric | Corona |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |