2009 Honda Accord vs. 1965 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 149 kg more than 1965 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Nissan Cedric is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Nissan Cedric. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 1965 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Cedric |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |