1979 Buick Century vs. 2005 Kia K2700
To start off, 2005 Kia K2700 is newer by 26 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, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia K2700 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 Buick Century.
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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2005 Kia K2700 | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Century | K2700 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2665 cc |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1530 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |