2011 Hyundai Accent vs. 1980 Buick Century

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 31 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 311 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent.

Because 1980 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 1980 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Accent, 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, 1980 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Hyundai Accent 1980 Buick Century
Make Hyundai Buick
Model Accent Century
Year Released 2011 1980
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1600 cc 3214 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 110 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 144 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1119 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4046 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 1694 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1471 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2499 mm 2760 mm


 

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