1972 Holden Monaro vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1972 Holden Monaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 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 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Monaro | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
