2005 Nissan Micra vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Micra. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 383 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Buick Century 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 1981 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra, 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, 1981 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Micra | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
