1988 Buick Century vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2006 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Century | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Navara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 3210 mm |
