1972 Nissan Cedric vs. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 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, 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Nissan Cedric | 1979 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Cedric | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2565 cc | 5032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |