1997 Buick Century vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 191 kg more than 2010 Nissan NP300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300. 1997 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan NP300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |
