2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio is newer by 27 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 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Mobilio | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | Mobilio | Century |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |