2004 Kia Cerato vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Kia Cerato is newer by 26 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Kia Cerato. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Cerato, 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Cerato. (215 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Cerato | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Kia | Buick |
| Model | Cerato | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
