1987 Buick Regal vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,843 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 255 kg more than 1961 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, 1987 Buick Regal (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Regal | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2540 mm |
