2004 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 28 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 289 kg more than 1976 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord, 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 1976 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Cedric |
Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2700 mm |