1979 Buick Century vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Century | Colt |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 255 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2970 mm |
