1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 240 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Bluebird | Century |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
