1978 Buick Century vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 20 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, 1998 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 356 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus.
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, 1998 Ford Focus, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1998 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Century | Focus |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |