2008 Hyundai H100 vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Hyundai H100 is newer by 30 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (140 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai H100. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 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, 1978 Buick Century (250 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai H100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai H100 | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Hyundai | Buick |
| Model | H100 | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
