1979 Buick Century vs. 1986 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1986 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 7 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, 1986 Morgan Plus 4 (120 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 510 kg more than 1986 Morgan Plus 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1986 Morgan Plus 4 | |
| Make | Buick | Morgan |
| Model | Century | Plus 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| 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 | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
