1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 1974 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Sunbeam Rapier (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Sunbeam Rapier should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 350 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Rapier.
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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (127 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 1974 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Nissan | Sunbeam |
| Model | Cedric | Rapier |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
