1984 Buick Electra vs. 1963 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 605 kg more than 1963 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1963 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Electra | Cedric |
Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2540 mm |