2010 Nissan Titan vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 31 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
Because 2010 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Nissan Titan | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | Nissan | Buick |
Model | Titan | Century |
Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2760 mm |