1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1980 Buick Century is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 505 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Century |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2760 mm |
