1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Buick Century
To start off, 2004 Buick Century is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Buick Century | |
| Make | Avanti | Buick |
| Model | Avanti | Century |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2780 mm |
