1978 Buick Century vs. 2008 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 30 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, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 485 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, 2008 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2008 Chrysler Voyager | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Century | Voyager |
Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |