1972 Nissan Cedric vs. 1972 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, both 1972 Nissan Cedric and 1972 Vauxhall Victor were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 210 kg more than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. 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 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Vauxhall Victor. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Vauxhall Victor.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Nissan Cedric 1972 Vauxhall Victor
Make Nissan Vauxhall
Model Cedric Victor
Year Released 1972 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2565 cc 1759 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1110 kg
Vehicle Length 4700 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2680 mm


 

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