2000 Venturi Atlantique vs. 1984 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1984 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Century.
Because 2000 Venturi Atlantique 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 2000 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Century. (197 Nm). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Venturi Atlantique | 1984 Buick Century | |
| Make | Venturi | Buick |
| Model | Atlantique | Century |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2664 mm |
