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Century Fastback Sedan 1978 Versions

Buick Century Fastback Sedan 1978 4.9 V8 Auto Limited Specs

(1978 - 1979) - Technical Specifications for Years 1978, 1979

Petrol

301.6 cu-in
4942 cm³

V 8

140 HP
142 PS / 104 kW

235 lb-ft
319 Nm

Buick Century Fastback Sedan 1978 4.9 V8 Auto Limited Body, Model and Production details

Generation :	Century 4rd Gen. - 1978 New Model

Body :	Fastback

Num. of Doors :	4 doors


Buick Century Fastback Sedan 1978 4.9 V8 Auto Limited Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	V 8

Engine Code :	GM Pontiac V-8 301

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	1 Rochester 2ME carburettor

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine Position :	Front

Engine displacement :	301.6 cu-in / 4942 cm³

Bore x Stroke :	4 x 3 inches 101.60 x 76.20 mm

Number of valves :	16 Valves

Aspiration :	naturally-aspirated

Compression Ratio :	8.10

Horsepower :	140 HP / 142 PS / 104 kW @ 3600 rpm

Maximum torque :	235 lb-ft / 319 Nm @ 2000 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	3 speed Automatic


Buick Century Fastback Sedan 1978 4.9 V8 Auto Limited Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Highway ( - 2008):	10 MPG 24 L/100 km 12 MPG UK

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA City ( - 2008):	13 MPG 18 L/100 km 16 MPG UK

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Combined ( - 2008):	12 MPG 20 L/100 km 14 MPG UK

Range (EPA):	358 miles / 576 km

Fuel Tank Capacity :	18 gallons 68 L 15 UK gallons

Catalytic converter :	Yes

Buick Century Fastback Sedan 1978 4.9 V8 Auto Limited Performance

Top Speed :	- Mph / - km/h

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


Buick Century Fastback Sedan 1978 4.9 V8 Auto Limited Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase :	108.11 inches / 274.6 cm

Length :	195.98 inches / 497.8 cm

Width :	72.2 inches / 183.4 cm

Height :	55 inches / 139.7 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 :	3314 lbs / 1503 kg

Weight/Power Output Ratio :	10.6 kg/hp


Buick Century Fastback Sedan 1978 4.9 V8 Auto Limited Interior size, Dimensions

Trunk / Boot capacity :	16.1 cu-ft / 456 L


Buick Century Fastback Sedan 1978 4.9 V8 Auto Limited 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 :	195/75 R14

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	195/75 R14

Front Suspension :	Independent suspension. Coil Springs.

Rear Suspension :	Four-link suspension. Coil Springs.