1979 Buick Century vs. 2001 Honda Passport
To start off, 2001 Honda Passport is newer by 22 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, 2001 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Passport should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
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, 2001 Honda Passport, 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, 2001 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2001 Honda Passport | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Century | Passport |
Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 190 HP |
Torque | 218 Nm | 256 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |