2002 Buick Century vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Buick Century is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Century weights approximately 340 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Celica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
