2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 976 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 Express (353 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Express | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
