1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1981 Buick Century is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 214 kg more than 1981 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, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1981 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Caprice | Century |
Year Released | 1979 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |