2009 Nissan Armada vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Armada | 1989 Buick Century | |
| Make | Nissan | Buick |
| Model | Armada | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2662 mm |
