2008 Lotus Elise vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 Lotus Elise is newer by 29 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, 2008 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 645 kg more than 2008 Lotus Elise.
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, 1979 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lotus Elise | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | Lotus | Buick |
Model | Elise | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |