1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (248 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 480 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass (502 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cedric | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2850 mm |
