1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cedric is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 246 kg more than 1973 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Challenger | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2700 mm |
