2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1976 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 326 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 2003 Mazda Roadster has automatic transmission and 1976 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1976 Nissan Cedric will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mazda Roadster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1976 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Roadster | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
