1978 Buick Century vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 1989 Acura Integra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century.
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, 1989 Acura Integra, 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1989 Acura Integra | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Century | Integra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4285 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1665 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |