1979 Buick Century vs. 2006 Ford Ikon
To start off, 2006 Ford Ikon is newer by 27 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 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ikon. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ikon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ikon weights approximately 285 kg more than 1979 Buick Century.
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, 2006 Ford Ikon, 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ikon. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ikon.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2006 Ford Ikon | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Century | Ikon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |