1979 Buick Century vs. 2002 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2002 Ford Taurus 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Taurus weights approximately 47 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 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, 2002 Ford Taurus, 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, 2002 Ford Taurus (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2002 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Century | Taurus |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1477 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3030 mm |