1978 Buick Century vs. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab
To start off, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is newer by 22 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab weights approximately 975 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 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab (408 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 2000 Dodge Maxx Cab | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Century | Maxx Cab |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3360 mm |
