2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Colorado | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3213 cc |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2760 mm |