1998 Buick Century vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1998 Buick Century is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Century (165 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 596 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 353. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 353. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 353. 1998 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1967 Wartburg 353 has manual transmission. 1967 Wartburg 353 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Buick | Wartburg |
| Model | Century | 353 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 44 L |
