1979 Buick Century vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 27 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon 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.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Century | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
