2010 GMC Canyon vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 32 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Canyon | 1978 Buick Century | |
Make | GMC | Buick |
Model | Canyon | Century |
Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |