1978 Buick Century vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 35 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 228 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Century | Impala |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1658 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1851 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2807 mm |