2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 918 kg more than 1978 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Ram | 1978 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Dodge | Nissan |
Model | Ram | Cedric |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2700 mm |