1985 Ford Escort vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort.
Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort, 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, 1980 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Escort | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Escort | Century |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
