1981 Buick Century vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 31 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 15 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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, 2012 Opel Combo, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Century | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Century | Combo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |