1979 Buick Century vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 33 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 682 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 1979 Buick Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Century | Acadia |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3020 mm |