1980 Buick Electra vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1980 Buick Electra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Electra weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 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, 1980 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick Electra | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Cedric |
Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |