1979 Buick Century vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Century | Tribute |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |