1979 Nissan Cedric vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1979 Nissan Cedric is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 370 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1979 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cedric | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Cedric | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
