1980 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, 1990 Buick Century is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Century (109 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1980 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1980 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1980 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1980 Chevrolet Caprice (274 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 1980 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Caprice | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Caprice | Century |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2662 mm |
