1989 Chrysler Viper vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1989 Chrysler Viper is newer by 11 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler Viper (449 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 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, 1989 Chrysler Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler Viper | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Viper | Century |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 449 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
