2005 Mazda B2500 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2500 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,030 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1970 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 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B2500 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | B2500 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4030 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2700 mm |
