2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 31 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 164 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
