1986 Buick Century vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Armada (313 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Century | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Armada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 313 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 3130 mm |
