2000 Nissan Stagea vs. 1982 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Nissan Stagea is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Stagea (129 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1982 Buick Century. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1982 Buick Century.
Because 2000 Nissan Stagea 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 2000 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Buick Century (224 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Stagea | 1982 Buick Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Stagea | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2664 mm |
