1979 Buick Century vs. 1995 Lexus LX
To start off, 1995 Lexus LX is newer by 16 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus LX (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus LX weights approximately 1000 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 1995 Lexus LX 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, 1995 Lexus LX 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, 1995 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1995 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Buick | Lexus |
| Model | Century | LX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
