1979 Buick Century vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis is newer by 34 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 127 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.
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, 2013 Hyundai Genesis (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Century | Genesis |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 343 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1865 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1385 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |