1972 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 772 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. 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 Nissan Cedric (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
