1999 Buick Century vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 236 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Century | Renown |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
