2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 1961 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre is newer by 40 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 535 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, 2001 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick LeSabre | 1961 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | LeSabre | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2540 mm |
