2008 GMC Sierra vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra is newer by 28 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 711 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra 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, 2008 GMC Sierra 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | GMC | Buick |
| Model | Sierra | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 3214 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
