1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, both 1989 Chevrolet Caprice and 1989 Buick Century were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Century.
Because 1989 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 1989 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1989 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Caprice | Century |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2662 mm |