2002 Holden Berlina vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2002 Holden Berlina is newer by 24 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Berlina weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Berlina | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Holden | Buick |
Model | Berlina | Century |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |