2000 Subaru Impreza vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 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 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (292 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Subaru Impreza | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Subaru | Buick |
Model | Impreza | Century |
Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |