2000 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 54 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Sonata. (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Sonata | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Sonata | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1396 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
