2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 458 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
Because 2009 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Explorer | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
