1979 Buick Century vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 305 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Century | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |