1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram 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 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 368 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Dodge | Buick |
| Model | Ram | Century |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2760 mm |
