2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 958 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Armada | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2388 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
