1972 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 137 kg more than 1971 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, 1972 Chevrolet Camaro (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
