1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1973 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1973 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Guara | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
