1974 Mazda Luce vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1974 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Luce (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 95 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Luce | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Luce | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1982 cc |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
