1979 Buick Century vs. 2002 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2002 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2002 Jeep Wrangler 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 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2002 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Century | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
