1979 Buick Century vs. 2002 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 23 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 840 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 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2002 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Century | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
