1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1972 Dodge Charger is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 420 kg more than 1969 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 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
