1979 Buick Century vs. 1967 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 140 kg more than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Cedric. (166 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1967 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Century | Cedric |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1290 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 |