1973 Nissan Cedric vs. 1981 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 1981 Talbot Tagora is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 65 kg more than 1981 Talbot Tagora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot Tagora. (181 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cedric | 1981 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | Nissan | Talbot |
| Model | Cedric | Tagora |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2820 mm |
