1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 TVR Tuscan (134 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 440 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 TVR Tuscan (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Cedric | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
