1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 1974 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1974 Opel Admiral is newer by 6 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 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Admiral weights approximately 149 kg more than 1968 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 Opel Admiral (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 1974 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Cedric | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
