1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1978 Buick Century is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 150 kg more than 1978 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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Avanti Avanti | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Avanti | Buick |
Model | Avanti | Century |
Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 6570 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2760 mm |