1978 Buick Century vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 818 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 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Traverse 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 Traverse | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Century | Traverse |
Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5173 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1991 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3020 mm |