1979 Buick Century vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 3 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (145 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Starion (251 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1982 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Century | Starion |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
