1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cedric is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 750 kg more than 1971 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, 1962 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1962 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Invicta | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
