1979 Buick Century vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 135 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
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 | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |