1991 Buick Century vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Century would be higher. Both 1991 Buick Century and 2010 Nissan Altima are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Buick Century. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Century.
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, 2010 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Buick Century. 1991 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Century | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Altima |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2675 mm |
