2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1977 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 665 kg more than 1977 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Cedric. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1977 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rainier | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
