2007 Saturn Outlook vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2007 Saturn Outlook is newer by 29 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 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Outlook (271 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century.
Because 2007 Saturn Outlook 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook 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, 2007 Saturn Outlook (336 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Saturn Outlook | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Saturn | Buick |
Model | Outlook | Century |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |