2005 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (241 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 268 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Accord | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
