2006 Toyota Highlander vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2006 Toyota Highlander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2006 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Toyota Highlander | 1980 Buick Century | |
Make | Toyota | Buick |
Model | Highlander | Century |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |