2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 32 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 230 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Lucerne | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |
