2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 28 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 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 352 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Silverado | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2760 mm |