1981 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1981 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 390 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Cedric |
Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |