1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 380 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Dodge Mirada | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Mirada | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2700 mm |
