1972 Nissan Cedric vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. 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 38 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cedric | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Cedric | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
