2009 Honda FR-V vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda FR-V weights approximately 266 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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | FR-V | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
