1979 Buick Century vs. 2002 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 23 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2002 De Tomaso Guara | |
Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
Model | Century | Guara |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |