1979 Buick Century vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 25 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 844 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Armada |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
