1978 Buick Century vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 342 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Century | Actyon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |