1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 42 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 576 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Cedric | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3010 mm |
