1974 Nissan Cedric vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Supra weights approximately 246 kg more than 1974 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cedric | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Supra |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
