1998 Chrysler Chronos vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Chronos is newer by 19 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 6,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Chrysler Chronos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (350 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chrysler Chronos should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 1998 Chrysler Chronos (311 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 1998 Chrysler Chronos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Chronos | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Chronos | Century |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2760 mm |
