1979 Buick Century vs. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 26 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 925 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 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (447 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Century | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
