2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 154 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1166 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
