1979 Buick Century vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1980 Steyr G-series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Steyr G-series. (71 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1980 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Buick Century.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Steyr G-series. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Buick | Steyr |
| Model | Century | G-series |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
