1972 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1972 Nissan Fairlady is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 325 kg more than 1972 Nissan Fairlady.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Fairlady | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlady | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2700 mm |
