1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (116 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 350 kg more than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (137 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
