2010 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (113 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick Century weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
Because 1981 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 1981 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic, 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, 1981 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Civic | 1981 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Civic | Century |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas (CNG) | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4503 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
