2000 Acura TL vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Acura TL is newer by 22 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, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Acura TL, 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, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Acura TL | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | Century |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |