1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1984 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1984 Nissan Micra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1411 kg more than 1984 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Micra, 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Micra. (74 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Micra. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Buick Centurion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 1984 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Centurion | Micra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2310 mm |
