1990 Buick Century vs. 2000 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2000 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota RAV4 (146 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 2000 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota RAV4 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 RAV4 (200 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Century | 2000 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2500 mm |
