1967 Nissan Cedric vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (66 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 305 kg more than 1967 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (146 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Nissan Cedric | 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cedric | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2960 mm |
