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Buick Century 5.0

General information

ModelBuick Century 5.0
Year1977
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5002 ccm (305.22 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5002 ccm (305.22 cubic inches)
Engine typeV6
Max power145.00 PS (107 kW or 143 HP) at 3800 Rev. per min.
Max torque334 Nm (34.1 kgf-m or 246.4 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor
GearboxAutomatic, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0986 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (519.7 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1470 kg (3,240.8 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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