1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 41 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 118 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 921 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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, 2011 Nissan Versa, 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa. 1970 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan Versa has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan Versa 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 | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Centurion | Versa |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1149 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2601 mm |
