2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Ram | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | Dodge | Buick |
Model | Ram | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6690 cc | 3213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2760 mm |