2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy, 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 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (143 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Premacy | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
