2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 25 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 886 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. 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, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 1981 Buick Century | |
Make | Nissan | Buick |
Model | Quest | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2316 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 |