1979 Buick Century vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SC (122 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC.
Because 1979 Buick Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Buick | Saturn |
| Model | Century | SC |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
