1989 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1968 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 314 kg more than 1968 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, 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1968 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | Fleetwood | Cedric |
Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4467 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |