1979 Lada S vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, both 1979 Lada S and 1979 Buick Century were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Lada S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada S | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Lada | Buick |
| Model | S | Century |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
