1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Cedric | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Nissan | Scion |
Model | Cedric | FR-S |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1285 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |