1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 933 kg more than 1968 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Fleetwood | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2700 mm |
