1988 Nissan Silvia vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, both 1988 Nissan Silvia and 1988 Buick Century were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Century (150 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1988 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Buick Century (270 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Silvia. 1988 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Silvia | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Silvia | Century |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1808 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2664 mm |
