1979 Buick Century vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 29 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (341 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 913 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 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Century | Charger |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 341 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 529 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |