2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 SSR.
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 SSR (542 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | SSR | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
