2006 Cadillac DTS vs. 1969 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 Cadillac DTS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 468 kg more than 1969 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, 2006 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac DTS | 1969 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DTS | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
