1979 Buick Century vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 26 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), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 778 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Century | Titan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
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 | 514 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2208 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3560 mm |