1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 1978 Datsun 280Z
To start off, both 1978 Nissan Cedric and 1978 Datsun 280Z were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 46 kg more than 1978 Datsun 280Z.
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, 1978 Datsun 280Z (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Datsun 280Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cedric | 1978 Datsun 280Z | |
Make | Nissan | Datsun |
Model | Cedric | 280Z |
Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2304 mm |