1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
