1982 Buick Century vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1982 Buick Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Century (110 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Buick Century (197 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm). This means 1982 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Buick Century | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Crown |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2700 mm |
