1979 Buick Century vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 680 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Sports |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2160 mm |
