1997 Buick Century vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 705 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | Corsa |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1450 cc |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |