1972 Nissan Cedric vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 505 is newer by 18 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 12 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 505. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cedric | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cedric | 505 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2910 mm |
