1979 Buick Century vs. 2001 Opel Filo
To start off, 2001 Opel Filo 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 Opel Filo (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Filo should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Filo. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Filo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2001 Opel Filo | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Century | Filo |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
