1995 Acura NSX vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1995 Acura NSX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Acura NSX (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Acura NSX weights approximately 177 kg more than 1971 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, 1995 Acura NSX (414 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Acura NSX | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
