1973 Nissan Cedric vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick Regal (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 313 kg more than 1973 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, 2012 Buick Regal (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cedric | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Cedric | Regal |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2738 mm |
