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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 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. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 320 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.
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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 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 | 4294 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2760 mm |