1973 Nissan Cedric vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cedric | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cedric | 993 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
