1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 76 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Nissan | Plymouth |
| Model | Cedric | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2750 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
