1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 285 kg more than 1970 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Cedric | Volare |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
