1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2001 Nissan MM
To start off, 2001 Nissan MM is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Nissan MM. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan MM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Nissan MM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan MM. (372 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan MM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Centurion | 2001 Nissan MM | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Centurion | MM |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 1530 mm |
