1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 25 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 340 kg more than 1978 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cedric | GTO |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
