1989 Honda Legend vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Legend | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Legend | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2674 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
