2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV, 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, 1981 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1981 Buick Century | |
Make | Daihatsu | Buick |
Model | YRV | Century |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 989 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |