1971 Buick GS vs. 1960 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Buick GS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Cedric. (116 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 1960 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
