2005 Honda Civic vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 134 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Cedric (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
