1978 Buick Century vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Cedric (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 104 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Century | Cedric |
Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |