2008 Mazda Premacy vs. 1974 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,563 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Premacy | 1974 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Premacy | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
