1979 Buick Century vs. 1992 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1992 Dodge Stealth is newer by 13 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 304 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Dodge Stealth 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth 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, 1992 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1992 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Century | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2480 mm |
