1979 Buick Century vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 405 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Century | 300 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
