1979 Buick Century vs. 2004 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 25 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, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 205 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2004 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Century | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
