1979 Buick Century vs. 1983 Pininfarina Coupe
To start off, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe is newer by 4 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, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe (125 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Pininfarina Coupe, 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe. (176 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pininfarina Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1983 Pininfarina Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Pininfarina |
| Model | Century | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
