1996 Mazda 626 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 25 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mazda 626 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda 626 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 626 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
