1995 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 17 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 265 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.
Because 1978 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Pontiac | Buick |
| Model | Trans Sport | Century |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
