1998 Buick Century vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 1998 Buick Century is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 415 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century, 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, 1998 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Century | Capri |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
