1979 Buick Century vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 4 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Buick Century.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Century | Drifter |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2606 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
