2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 390 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.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Quest | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |
