2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 297 kg more than 1971 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Lucerne | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3880 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 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 |
