1972 Nissan Cedric vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 33 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, 2005 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Honda Accord (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cedric | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Cedric | Accord |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
