1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Camaro | Century |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
