1990 Buick Electra vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 12 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra, 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Electra | Century |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2760 mm |
