1975 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 870 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.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric. 2010 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1975 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1975 Nissan Cedric will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cedric | Express |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3429 mm |
