1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 26 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (55 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Toyota FXS.
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, 2001 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (127 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Cedric | FXS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
