1974 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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, 2010 Honda Civic (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Civic (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Cedric | Civic |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1305 kg |
