1988 Honda Legend vs. 1964 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 215 kg more than 1964 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Nissan Cedric is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Cedric will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1964 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
