1989 Plymouth Acclaim vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is newer by 14 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Acclaim weights approximately 4 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim, 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, 1989 Plymouth Acclaim (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Plymouth Acclaim | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Plymouth | Nissan |
Model | Acclaim | Cedric |
Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2971 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 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 |