1978 Buick Century vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 23 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1978 Buick Century.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Century | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
