1979 Buick Century vs. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 15 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 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee (225 HP) has 121 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 218 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 1994 Jeep Grand 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, 1994 Jeep Grand 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, 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Century | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 407 Nm |
| 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 | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
