1979 Buick Century vs. 2003 Lada 2123
To start off, 2003 Lada 2123 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 Lada 2123 (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Lada 2123.
Because 2003 Lada 2123 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lada 2123 will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lada 2123. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lada 2123.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2003 Lada 2123 | |
| Make | Buick | Lada |
| Model | Century | 2123 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
