1979 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Buick Century
To start off, 1987 Buick Century is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Century (150 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra.
Because 1979 Buick Electra 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 Electra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Century, 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 Electra (274 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1987 Buick Century | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Electra | Century |
Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 274 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2662 mm |