1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 42 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mazda 3 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Cedric | 3 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2639 mm |
