2011 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 270 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Hyundai Genesis (358 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Genesis | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Hyundai | Buick |
| Model | Genesis | Century |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4976 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2760 mm |
