1979 Buick Century vs. 1994 Porsche Karisma
To start off, 1994 Porsche Karisma is newer by 15 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche Karisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche Karisma (268 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche Karisma should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche Karisma (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche Karisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1994 Porsche Karisma | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Century | Karisma |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
