2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 169 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Corvette | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 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 | 1261 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |