2000 Audi A8 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Audi A8 is newer by 25 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1975 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 Audi A8 (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2700 mm |
