2007 Nissan 1400 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 1400 | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | Nissan | Buick |
Model | 1400 | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 97 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |