1977 Buick Regal vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 6 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
