1998 Nissan President vs. 1994 Buick Century
To start off, 1998 Nissan President is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1994 Buick Century. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1994 Buick Century.
Because 1998 Nissan President 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 1998 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1998 Nissan President (394 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 1998 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan President | 1994 Buick Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | President | Century |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2662 mm |
