1974 Nissan Cedric vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 30 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 110 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cedric | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
