1996 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 21 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 424 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
