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Buick Century

General information

ModelBuick Century
Year1978
Rating57 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size3214 ccm (196.12 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement3214 ccm (196.12 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 6 cylinder
Max power90.00 PS (66 kW or 89 HP) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Max torque224.00 Nm (22.8 kgf-m or 165.2 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0629 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4890 litres (1,292 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Dimensions and weight

Weight1430 kg (3,152.6 pounds)
Overall length4990 mm (196.5 inches)
Overall width1790 mm (70.5 inches)
Overall height1410 mm (55.5 inches)
Ground clearance160 mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase2760 mm (108.7 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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