1988 Buick Century vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1988 Buick Century. (125 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Century.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Century | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2800 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 242 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 3270 mm |
