1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 37 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 144 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1027 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra. 1973 Buick Centurion has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2010 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 | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Centurion | Micra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2440 mm |
