2005 Honda NSX vs. 1964 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 415 kg more than 1964 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Nissan Cedric is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Cedric will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1964 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | NSX | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2540 mm |
