1980 Buick Century Specifications

These are standard specifications for the 1980 Buick Century, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).

Features

Engine Location :	Front
Drive Type :	Rear Wheel
Body / Chassis :	Separate body and frame
Production Years for Series :	1978 - 1981
Price :	$5,550-$6,220
Weight :	3085 lbs \| 1399.332 kg

Engine & Transmission

V 6
Displacement :	3785 cc \| 231.0 cu in. \| 3.8 L.
Power :	110 HP (80.96 KW) @ 3800 RPM
Torque :	190 Ft-Lbs (258 NM) @ 1600 RPM
Bore :	3.8 in \| 97 mm.
Stroke :	3.4 in \| 86 mm.
Compression :	8.0:1
Main Bearings :	4
Construction :	Cast-Iron Alloy block and head
Rochester 2-barrel carburetor

V 8
Displacement :	4343 cc \| 265.0 cu in. \| 4.3 L.
Power :	120 HP (88.32 KW) @ 3600 RPM
Torque :	210 Ft-Lbs (285 NM) @ 1800 RPM
Bore :	3.8 in \| 95 mm.
Stroke :	3.0 in \| 76 mm.
Compression :	8.0:1
Main Bearings :	4
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Rochester 2-barrel carburetor

V 8
Displacement :	4933 cc \| 301.0 cu in. \| 4.9 L.
Power :	140 HP (103.04 KW) @ 4000 RPM
Torque :	240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 1800 RPM
Bore :	4.0 in \| 102 mm.
Stroke :	3.0 in \| 76 mm.
Compression :	8.2:1
Main Bearings :	5
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Rochester 4-barrel carburetor

V 8
Displacement :	4998 cc \| 305.0 cu in. \| 5.0 L.
Power :	155 HP (114.08 KW) @ 4000 RPM
Torque :	240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 1600 RPM
Bore :	3.7 in \| 95 mm.
Stroke :	3.5 in \| 88 mm.
Compression :	8.6:1
Main Bearings :	5
Construction :	Cast-iron block and head
Rochester 4-barrel carburetor

Turbocharged V 6
Displacement :	3785 cc \| 231.0 cu in. \| 3.8 L.
Power :	170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 4000 RPM
Torque :	265 Ft-Lbs (359 NM) @ 2400 RPM
Bore :	3.8 in \| 97 mm.
Stroke :	3.4 in \| 86 mm.
Compression :	8.0:1
Main Bearings :	4
Construction :	Cast-Iron Alloy block and head
Rochester 2-barrel carburetor

Transmission:
3 Manual Fully synchronized , Automatic Turbo HydraMatic

Gear Ratios

1st Gear :	3.50:1
2nd Gear :	1.81:1
3rd Gear :	1.00:1

Production Figures

Total Buick Production for 1980 :	854,011
Total 1980 Century production :	148,429
1980 Buick Century
Aero Copue 2 dr. 6 P :	1,074
Estate Wagon 4 dr. 6 P :	11,122
Sedan 4 dr. 6 P :	129,740
Station Wagon 4 dr. 6 P :	6,493

Dimension(s)

Aero Copue

Exterior
Fuel Capacity :	18.2 Gal
Seating Capacity :	6
Doors :	2
Length :	196.0 in \| 4978 mm.
Width :	71.1 in \| 1806 mm.
Height :	54.6 in \| 1387 mm.
Wheelbase :	108.1 in \| 2746 mm.

Sedan

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Exterior
Price :	$5,650
Weight :	3100 lbs \| 1406.136 kg
Fuel Capacity :	18.2 Gal
Seating Capacity :	6
Doors :	4
Length :	196.0 in \| 4978 mm.
Width :	71.1 in \| 1806 mm.
Height :	55.5 in \| 1410 mm.
Wheelbase :	108.1 in \| 2746 mm.

Station Wagon

Exterior
Price :	$5,920
Weight :	3235 lbs \| 1467.371 kg
Fuel Capacity :	18.2 Gal
Seating Capacity :	6
Doors :	4
Length :	196.0 in \| 4978 mm.
Width :	71.1 in \| 1806 mm.
Height :	55.5 in \| 1410 mm.
Wheelbase :	108.1 in \| 2746 mm.

Estate Wagon

Exterior
Price :	$6,220
Weight :	3250 lbs \| 1474.175 kg
Fuel Capacity :	18.2 Gal
Seating Capacity :	6
Doors :	4
Length :	196.0 in \| 4978 mm.
Width :	71.1 in \| 1806 mm.
Height :	55.5 in \| 1410 mm.
Wheelbase :	108.1 in \| 2746 mm.

Sport Aero Coupe

Exterior
Price :	$6,065
Weight :	3150 lbs \| 1428.816 kg
Fuel Capacity :	18.2 Gal
Seating Capacity :	6
Doors :	2
Length :	196.0 in \| 4978 mm.
Width :	71.1 in \| 1806 mm.
Height :	55.5 in \| 1410 mm.
Wheelbase :	108.1 in \| 2746 mm.

Limited Sedan

Exterior
Price :	$6,130
Weight :	3150 lbs \| 1428.816 kg
Fuel Capacity :	18.2 Gal
Seating Capacity :	6
Doors :	4
Length :	196.0 in \| 4978 mm.
Width :	71.1 in \| 1806 mm.
Height :	55.5 in \| 1410 mm.
Wheelbase :	108.1 in \| 2746 mm.

Handling

Suspension
Coil springs, independent

Steering
Recirculating Ball

Recall

Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DRUM:WHEEL CYLINDERS
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
NHTSA Campaign ID	85V048000
Summary	EXCESSIVE ENLARGEMENT OF THE WHEEL CYLINDER PILOT HOLE IN THE REAR BRAKE BACKING PLATE COULD ALLOW THE WHEEL CYLINDER TO ROTATE AND CAUSE LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID. CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT: A LOSS OF BRAKE FLUID LEADS TO LOSS OF REAR BRAKE ACTION, CREATING THE POTENTIAL FOR AN ACCIDENT. FRONT BRAKES WOULD REMAIN OPERATIONAL.
Remedy	ADD A PART TO PREVENT WHEEL CYLINDER FROM ROTATING.
Notes	NOTE: OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BEGIN AFTER SEPTEMBER 1, 1985 AND SHOULD BE COMPLETED BY SEPTEMBER 30, 1985.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MIDSIZE PASSENGER CARS AND SMALL TRUCKS. SYSTEM: REAR BRAKES.

Component	EQUIPMENT
Manufacturer	HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL, INC.
NHTSA Campaign ID	07E088000
Summary	CERTAIN HONEYWELL FRAM RACING BRAND HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS THAT WERE MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 25, 2006, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 14, 2007, AND SOLD FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR VEHICLES LIST ABOVE. THE AFFECTED FILTERS ARE MARKED WITH A DATE CODE A61451 THROUGH A72571 SEQUENTIALLY. THE DATE CODE AND PART NUMBER APPEAR ON THE FILTER HOUSING. FRAM RACING HP4 AND HP8 OIL FILTERS NOT BEARING A DATE CODE IN THIS RANGE ARE NOT AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL. THE GASKET OF THE OIL FILTER BECOMES MORE PLIABLE UNDER HIGH TEMPERATURES AND PRESSURES.
Consequence	THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE INADEQUATE SEALING AND LOSS OF ENGINE OIL, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A FIRE.
Remedy	HONEYWELL WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED OIL FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN DURING NOVEMBER 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT FRAM CUSTOMER SERVICE TOLL-FREE AT 1-800-890-2075.
Notes	CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO SAFERCAR.GOV.

Component	POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Mfr Report Date	19770801
NHTSA Campaign ID	84V149000
Summary	REAR AXLE ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE AXLES THAT WERE IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THIS CONDITION MAY RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE AXLE SHAFT AND WHEEL ASSEMBLY FROM THE VEHICLE.
Remedy	THE DEALER WILL INSPECT THE REAR AXLE TO DETERMINE WHETHER IT WAS MANUFACTURED AT THE BUFFALO PLANT. IF SO, THEY WILL MAKE AXLE MEASUREMENTS AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE OR MODIFY AFFECTED AXLE COMPONENTS WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes	VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.SYSTEM: POWER TRAIN; REAR AXLE.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: LOSS OF THE WHEEL ASSEMBLY COULD LEAD TO LOSS OFVEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.

Component	SUSPENSION:REAR
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Mfr Report Date	19770801
NHTSA Campaign ID	81V025000
Summary	THE BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE LOWER REAR CONTROL ARM TO THE FRAME MAY FRACTURE. THE REAR CONTROL ARM SUPPORTS AND POSITIONS THE REAR AXLE. FRACTURE OF THE BOLTS WOULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO DROP FREE.
Remedy	BOTH REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHMENT BOLTS WILL BE REPLACED WITHOUT CHARGE.
Notes	SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; REAR CONTROL ARM ATTACHING BOLTS.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES AND LIGHT TRUCKS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THE FRACTURE OCCURS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,IT COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT.

Component	VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Mfr Report Date	19790101
NHTSA Campaign ID	81V022000
Summary	THE ELECTRO-CLEAR REAR WINDOW DEFOGGERS CONTAIN A DEFECT WHICH CAUSES THE GLASS TO SHATTER WITHOUT IMPACT DURING OR SOME TIME AFTER USE OF THE DEFOGGER. VERTICAL ELECTRICAL STRIPS MAY DETERIORATE AND CAUSE HOT SPOTS THAT CAN RESULT IN BREAKAGE OF THE REAR GLASS.
Remedy	VEHICLES WILL BE INSPECTED FOR PRESENCE OF A PARTICULAR WEATHERSTRIP. IF PRESENT, A LAYER OF A SPECIAL CONDUCTIVE EPOXY WILL BE ADDED TO THE VERTICAL BAR ON THE REAR WINDOW GLASS. THIS EPOXY IS A NEW CONDUCTIVE MATERIAL WHICH WILL NOT REACT WITH THE WEATHERSTRIP.
Notes	VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH ELECTRO-CLEAR REAR WINDOWDEFOGGERS.SYSTEM: DEFOGGER; REAR WINDOW.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: DRIVER DISTRACTION FROM THE EXPLOSION COULD RESULT IN AVEHICLE ACCIDENT. BROKEN OR HOT GLASS COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY TO VEHICLEPASSENGERS, OTHER DRIVERS, AND NEARBY PEDESTRIANS.NOTE: OWNERS ARE ADVISED NOT TO USE REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER UNTIL VEHICLE ISINSPECTED.

Component	SUSPENSION:REAR
Manufacturer	GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Mfr Report Date	19790801
NHTSA Campaign ID	79V205000
Summary	THE BOLTS THAT ATTACHED THE REAR SUSPENSION CONTROL ARMS TO THE FRAME AND AXLE MAY BE DEFECTIVE AND THE BOLT HEAD MAY SEPARATE FROM THE BOLT SHANK. THIS COULD ALLOW THE CONTROL ARM TO COME LOOSE.
Remedy	THE DEALER WILL REPLACE ALL SUSPECT REAR SUSPENSION CONTROL ARM BOLTS PRIOR TO DELIVERY. THIS WILL BE DONE FREE OF CHARGE.
Notes	VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES.SYSTEM: SUSPENSION; BOLTS.CONSEQUENCES OF DEFECT: IF THIS CONDITION OCCURS DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, LOSSOF VEHICLE CONTROL AND AN ACCIDENT COULD RESULT.

Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024

1980 Averages

Avg. Car Cost :	$7,210
Avg. Household Income :	$19,170
Avg. Home :	$68,714
Avg. Gallon of Gas :	$1.22
Total Car Production :	8,009,841

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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1980 Buick Century? A: The 1980 Buick Century has a wheelbase size of 108.10 inches.

Q: What is the length of the 1980 Buick Century? A: The 1980 Buick Century has a length of 196.00 inches.

Q: What is the width of the 1980 Buick Century? A: The 1980 Buick Century has a width of 71.10 inches.

Q: How much did the 1980 Buick Century cost when new?A: The 1980 Buick Century cost approximately $5,550 to $6,220 (USD) when new.

Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1980 Buick Century? A: The 1980 Buick Century was offered as a Aero Copue, Estate Wagon, Limited Sedan, Sedan, Sport Aero Coupe, Station Wagon.

Q: How many vehicles did Buick produce in 1980? A: Buick produced 854,011 automobiles in 1980.

Q: How many 1980 Centurys were produced? A: Buick produced 148,429 examples of the Century in 1980.

Q: What engines did the 1980 Buick Century have? A: The 1980 Buick Century had the following engine options: V 6 (3785 cc | 231.0 cu in. | 3.8 L.) with 110 HP (80.96 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 190 Ft-Lbs (258 NM) @ 1600 RPM

V 8 (4343 cc | 265.0 cu in. | 4.3 L.) with 120 HP (88.32 KW) @ 3600 RPM and 210 Ft-Lbs (285 NM) @ 1800 RPM

V 8 (4933 cc | 301.0 cu in. | 4.9 L.) with 140 HP (103.04 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 1800 RPM

V 8 (4998 cc | 305.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 155 HP (114.08 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 240 Ft-Lbs (325 NM) @ 1600 RPM

Turbocharged V 6 (3785 cc | 231.0 cu in. | 3.8 L.) with 170 HP (125.12 KW) @ 4000 RPM and 265 Ft-Lbs (359 NM) @ 2400 RPM

Q: What transmissions did the 1980 Buick Century have? A: The 1980 Buick Century had the following gearbox options: 3 speed Manual Fully synchronized, Automatic Turbo HydraMatic.