1988 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
