1993 Dodge Viper vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Viper weights approximately 92 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Viper | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Viper | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
