1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1999 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Nissan Sunny is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 910 kg more than 1999 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Centurion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Sunny. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 1999 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Centurion | Sunny |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |