1999 Buick Century vs. 1971 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 820 kg more than 1971 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Sunny. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 1971 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Century | Sunny |
Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2310 mm |