2002 Lexus LX vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2002 Lexus LX is newer by 24 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 1006 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 2002 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Lexus | Buick |
| Model | LX | Century |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
