1973 Nissan Cedric vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 34 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (235 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 456 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cedric | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3090 mm |
