1979 Buick Century vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia
To start off, 1989 Peugeot Oxia is newer by 10 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 567 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 56 kg more than 1989 Peugeot Oxia.
Because 1989 Peugeot Oxia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 508 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1989 Peugeot Oxia | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Century | Oxia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 726 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
