2005 Honda Element vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Honda Element 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Element (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 217 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 Element (218 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Element | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Element | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
