1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate (115 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate. (163 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo Graduate | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Graduate | Century |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
