1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 33 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, 2008 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 600 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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 2008 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Cedric | Safari |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
