2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 27 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1037 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Avalanche | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
