2004 Buick Century vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 565 kg more than 1980 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Century | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
