1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 1965 TVR Trident
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cedric is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 TVR Trident. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 TVR Trident would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 TVR Trident is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 TVR Trident (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 TVR Trident should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 TVR Trident.
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, 1965 TVR Trident (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 TVR Trident will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 1965 TVR Trident | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Cedric | Trident |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2290 mm |
