1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cedric | 505 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
