1987 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1987 Buick Century
To start off, both 1987 Nissan Bluebird and 1987 Buick Century were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Century (125 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1987 Buick Century (220 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. 1987 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1987 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1987 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Bluebird | 1987 Buick Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Bluebird | Century |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2662 mm |
