1978 Buick Century vs. 2002 Jeep Willys 2
To start off, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is newer by 24 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, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 115 kg more than 2002 Jeep Willys 2.
Because 2002 Jeep Willys 2 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, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 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) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (210 Nm). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Willys 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 2002 Jeep Willys 2 | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Century | Willys 2 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
