2000 Acura NSX vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura NSX weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Acura | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3178 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
