2006 Toyota Fortuner vs. 1978 Buick Century

To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (235 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (140 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.

Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (376 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Fortuner 1978 Buick Century
Make Toyota Buick
Model Fortuner Century
Year Released 2006 1978
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3956 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 235 HP 140 HP
Torque 376 Nm 250 Nm
Engine Bore Size 94 mm 94.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 88.4 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2760 mm


 

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