2009 GMC Sierra vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century.
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 GMC Sierra (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Sierra | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | GMC | Buick |
| Model | Sierra | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
