2006 GMC Savana vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 900 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 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | GMC | Buick |
| Model | Savana | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 110 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
