1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Riviera (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Riviera weights approximately 380 kg more than 1971 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 Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
