2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Because 1978 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Mobilio | 1978 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Mobilio | Cedric |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |