1979 Buick Century vs. 1992 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1992 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1992 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Century | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 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 | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
