1979 Buick Century vs. 2005 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2005 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 85 kg more than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Because 2005 Toyota Matrix 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 Toyota Matrix 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) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (161 Nm). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2005 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
