1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2000 Noble M12 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Noble M12.
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, 2000 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 2000 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Noble |
| Model | Cedric | M12 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
