1985 AC Cobra vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 12 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 145 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
