1979 Buick Century vs. 2007 Honda Element
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 28 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, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Element weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Honda Element, 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, both vehicles can yield 218 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2007 Honda Element | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Century | Element |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |