1999 Acura Integra vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 21 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, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra.
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, 1999 Acura Integra, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Acura Integra | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | Integra | Century |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |