1981 Buick Century vs. 1995 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1995 Ford Aspire is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aspire, 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, 1981 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Century | 1995 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Century | Aspire |
Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |