1984 Nissan Sunny vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Buick Century is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Century weights approximately 660 kg more than 1984 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2000 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Sunny | 2000 Buick Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Sunny | Century |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1486 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
