2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1966 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 327 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Lucerne | 1966 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Lucerne | Cedric |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3879 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 321 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2700 mm |