1978 Buick Century vs. 2002 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 24 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (208 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 115 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 2002 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 2002 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Century | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
