2004 Honda NSX vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 23 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda NSX | 1981 Buick Century | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | NSX | Century |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |