1979 Buick Century vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum

To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 340 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.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Buick Century 2005 Dodge Magnum
Make Buick Dodge
Model Century Magnum
Year Released 1979 2005
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3214 cc 3523 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 104 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 218 Nm 339 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1770 kg
Vehicle Length 4990 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3030 mm


 

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