2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 645 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Rainier | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
