1986 Honda Prelude vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1986 Honda Prelude is newer by 15 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 345 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Prelude | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Prelude | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1829 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
