1978 Buick Century vs. 1972 Honda Civic
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 755 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1972 Honda Civic | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Century | Civic |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |