1983 Buick Century vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1983 Buick Century. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Century. (224 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick Century | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2850 mm |
