1976 Buick Electra vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 5 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 465 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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Electra | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
