1970 Nissan Cedric vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 825 kg more than 1970 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cedric | 1975 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cedric | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |
