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Century Fastback Coupe 1978 Versions

- 3.2 V6 3-speed Custom (1977)- 3.2 V6 3-speed Custom (1978)- 3.2 V6 3-speed Limited (1977)- 3.2 V6 3-speed Special (1977)- 3.2 V6 3-speed Special (1978)- 3.2 V6 3-speed Sport (1977)- 3.2 V6 3-speed Sport (1978)- 3.2 V6 Auto Custom (1977)- 3.2 V6 Auto Custom (1978)- 3.2 V6 Auto Limited (1977)- 3.2 V6 Auto Special (1977)- 3.2 V6 Auto Special (1978)- 3.2 V6 Auto Sport (1977)- 3.2 V6 Auto Sport (1978)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Custom (1977)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Custom (1978)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Limited (1977)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Special (1977)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Special (1978)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Sport (1977)- 3.8 V6 4-speed Sport (1978)- 3.8 V6 Auto Custom (1977)- 3.8 V6 Auto Custom (1978)- 3.8 V6 Auto Limited (1977)- 3.8 V6 Auto Special (1977)- 3.8 V6 Auto Special (1978)- 3.8 V6 Auto Sport (1977)- 3.8 V6 Auto Sport (1978)- 3.8 V6 Turbo Auto Custom (1978)- 3.8 V6 Turbo Auto Sport (1978)- 4.9 V8 Auto Custom (1978)- 4.9 V8 Auto Special (1978)- 4.9 V8 Auto Sport (1978)- 4.9 V8-4B Auto Custom (1978)- 4.9 V8-4B Auto Special (1978)- 4.9 V8-4B Auto Sport (1978)- 5.0 V8 Auto Custom (1978)- 5.0 V8 Auto Custom 137HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Custom 147HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Limited 137HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Limited 147HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Special (1978)- 5.0 V8 Auto Special 137HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Special 147HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Sport (1978)- 5.0 V8 Auto Sport 137HP (1977)- 5.0 V8 Auto Sport 147HP (1977)- 5.0 V8-4B Auto Custom (1977)- 5.0 V8-4B Auto Limited (1977)- 5.0 V8-4B Auto Special (1977)- 5.0 V8-4B Auto Sport (1977)- Turbo Auto (1978)

Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 3.8 V6 Auto Special Specs

(1977 - 1978) - Technical Specifications for Years 1977, 1978

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Key Specs

Petrol

231.3 cu-in
3791 cm³

V 6

105 HP
106 PS / 78 kW

185 lb-ft
251 Nm

Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 3.8 V6 Auto Special Body, Model and Production details

Generation :	Century 4rd Gen. - 1978 New Model

Body :	Coupé

Num. of Doors :	2 doors


Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 3.8 V6 Auto Special Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	V 6

Engine Code :	GM Buick V-6 231 (3.8)

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Rochester 2GE 2bbl carburetor

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine Position :	Front

Engine displacement :	231.3 cu-in / 3791 cm³

Bore x Stroke :	3.8 x 3.4 inches 96.5 x 86.4 mm

Number of valves :	12 Valves

Aspiration :	naturally-aspirated

Compression Ratio :	8.0

Horsepower :	105 HP / 106 PS / 78 kW @ 3400 rpm

Maximum torque :	185 lb-ft / 251 Nm @ 2000 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	3 speed Automatic


Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 3.8 V6 Auto Special Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Highway ( - 2008):	27 MPG 32 MPG UK 8.7 L/100 km

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA City ( - 2008):	19 MPG 23 MPG UK 12.4 L/100 km

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Combined ( - 2008):	22 MPG 26 MPG UK 10.7 L/100 km

Range (EPA):	395 miles / 636 km

Fuel Tank Capacity :	18 gallons 68 L 15 UK gallons

Catalytic converter :	Yes

Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 3.8 V6 Auto Special Performance

Top Speed :	- Mph / - km/h

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	- s


Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 3.8 V6 Auto Special Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase :	108.11 inches / 274.6 cm

Length :	195.98 inches / 497.8 cm

Width :	70.12 inches / 178.1 cm

Height :	54.09 inches / 137.4 cm

Front Axle :	58.5 inches / 148.6 cm

Rear Axle :	57.76 inches / 146.7 cm

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	0.45

Curb Weight :	3181 lbs / 1443 kg

Weight/Power Output Ratio :	13.6 kg/hp


Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 3.8 V6 Auto Special Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats :	5 seats

Trunk / Boot capacity :	16.4 cu-ft / 464 L


Buick Century Fastback Coupe 1978 3.8 V6 Auto Special Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs (10.98 inches / 279 mm)

Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Drums (9.49 inches / 241 mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	185/75 R14

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	185/75 R14

Front Suspension :	Independent suspension. Coil Springs.

Rear Suspension :	Four-link suspension. Coil Springs.