1978 Buick Century vs. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (164 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 250 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.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 1992 Chrysler Town & Country (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1992 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Century | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 3301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |