1979 Buick Century vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 12 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 29 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 285 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Century | Sierra |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |