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Buick Century 3.2

General information

ModelBuick Century 3.2
Year1979
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating56.3 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 power105.00 PS (77 kW or 104 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque218 Nm (22.2 kgf-m or 160.8 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemCarburetor

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0734 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

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

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

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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