1979 Buick Century vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 32 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1323 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Century | Savana |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3429 mm |