1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 32 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 94 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cedric | Golf |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
