1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 34 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1975 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Spirit | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
