1979 Buick Century vs. 1990 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1990 Nissan Terrano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 325 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Nissan Terrano (244 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1990 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
