1979 Buick Century vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Hilux (441 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
