1988 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1988 Buick Century
To start off, both 1988 Chevrolet Caprice and 1988 Buick Century were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Century (150 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 1988 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 1988 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Century. (270 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Caprice | 1988 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Caprice | Century |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 150 HP |
Torque | 347 Nm | 270 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2664 mm |