1978 Buick Century vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 28 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 3,494 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century.
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, 2006 Isuzu KB (281 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Century | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Century | KB |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3213 cc | 3494 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
