1979 Nissan Cedric vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2.
Because 1979 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Cedric | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | Cedric | 2 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1349 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 | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2489 mm |
