2003 Infiniti FX vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 22 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (311 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (446 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti FX | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Infiniti | Buick |
| Model | FX | Century |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 446 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
