2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century.
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 GMC Sierra (354 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | GMC | Buick |
| Model | Sierra | 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 |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2760 mm |
