1979 Buick Century vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 31 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1048 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 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Century | Canyon |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |