1979 Buick Century vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 28 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2007 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Century | Liberty |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |