1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville is newer by 6 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 (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 220 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Seville | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
