1982 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1982 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Century (104 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 430 kg more than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Bluebird | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Bluebird | Century |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 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 |
