2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Nissan Cedric (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
