1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1972 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 297 kg more than 1972 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1972 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
