1998 Acura NSX vs. 1977 Buick Century
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Century would be higher. At 6,658 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Buick Century. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Century.
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, 1977 Buick Century (320 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm). This means 1977 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1977 Buick Century | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | NSX | Century |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 6658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 110 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
