2002 Lexus SC vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 23 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 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 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, 2002 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Lexus | Buick |
| Model | SC | Century |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
