2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1988 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Cedric (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 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, 1988 Nissan Cedric (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 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 | 1988 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Mobilio | Cedric |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |