2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S2000 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
