2008 Nissan Titan vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Titan | 1988 Buick Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Titan | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2664 mm |
