1979 Buick Century vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1147 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 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Century | Savana |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3940 mm |
