2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 664 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 Silverado (454 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Silverado | Century |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 217 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2760 mm |