2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 320 kg more than 1979 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1979 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | TrailBlazer | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2760 mm |