1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Rover 400 is newer by 22 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 16 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Rover 400. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Cedric | 400 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
