2005 Vauxhall Astra vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 1979 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Astra | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Buick |
| Model | Astra | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
