2004 Buick Century vs. 1993 Nissan Laurel

To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel 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 28 more horse power than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (148 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1993 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Century weights approximately 120 kg more than 1993 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Nissan Laurel 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 1993 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Nissan Laurel. (182 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Nissan Laurel.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Century 1993 Nissan Laurel
Make Buick Nissan
Model Century Laurel
Year Released 2004 1993
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3134 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 176 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 264 Nm 182 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1520 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4950 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2730 mm


 

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