1978 Buick Century vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 32 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 325 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Century | Colorado |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |