2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 34 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Nitro | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
