1996 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 17 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 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 80 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Lumina (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Lumina | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Lumina | Century |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |