1979 Buick Century vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra is newer by 30 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
