1977 Holden GTS vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 185 kg more than 1969 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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | GTS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
