1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 15 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 20 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Step Wagon | Century |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
