2001 Buick Century vs. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 2001 Buick Century is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,233 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. (109 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Buick Century.
Because 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Buick Century. 2001 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer has manual transmission. 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Century | 1970 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Century | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4233 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |
