2002 Buick Century vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
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 Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown 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 87 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Century weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown 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 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 2002 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Crown |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
