1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 1979 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 540 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 1979 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Laputa | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
