1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 3 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 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 786 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Centurion | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |
