1978 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1987 Buick Century
To start off, 1987 Buick Century is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1987 Buick Century. (150 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Century.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1987 Buick Century | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
| Model | Toronado | Century |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2662 mm |
