2005 Buick Century vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Buick Century is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Buick Century.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano. 2005 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1989 Nissan Terrano has manual transmission. 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Century | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
