1997 Volkswagen Parati vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Parati is newer by 19 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 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 455 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. 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, 1997 Volkswagen Parati, 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Volkswagen Parati | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
| Model | Parati | Century |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2760 mm |
