1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 1996 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1996 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 21 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (194 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Toyota Lexcen (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 1996 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
