1979 Buick Century vs. 2003 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 24 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, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V.
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, 2003 Honda HR-V, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2003 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Century | HR-V |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2360 mm |