1975 Pontiac Trans Am vs. 1993 Buick Century
To start off, 1993 Buick Century is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (220 HP) has 106 more horse power than 1993 Buick Century. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Century.
Because 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Pontiac Trans Am (434 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Century. 1993 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1975 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 1975 Pontiac Trans Am will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Trans Am | 1993 Buick Century | |
| Make | Pontiac | Buick |
| Model | Trans Am | Century |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6556 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2664 mm |
