1997 Hyundai Coupe vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 1997 Hyundai Coupe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Coupe (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Coupe.
Because 1981 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 1981 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Coupe, 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, 1981 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Coupe | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Hyundai | Buick |
| Model | Coupe | Century |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
