1985 AC Cobra vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1985 AC Cobra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
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, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | AC | Buick |
Model | Cobra | Century |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |