1991 Alpine A 610 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1991 Alpine A 610 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpine A 610 (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 16 kg more than 1991 Alpine A 610.
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, 1991 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine A 610 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Alpine | Buick |
| Model | A 610 | Century |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
