1978 Buick Century vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 33 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 430 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 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Century | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1798 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2946 mm |