2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 36 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. Both 2006 Mazda 6 and 1970 Nissan Cedric are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 220 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 6 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
