1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 2003 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2003 TVR Speed 12 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 7,729 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 716 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 TVR Speed 12.
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 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 734 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cedric | 2003 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Cedric | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 7729 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |