1974 Nissan Cedric vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 29 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 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 126 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, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cedric | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cedric | 407 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
