1982 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1982 Honda Prelude is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 195 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Prelude | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |
