1990 Buick Century vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.

Because 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra
Make Buick Toyota
Model Century Tundra
Year Released 1990 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3300 cc 4663 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 242 HP
Torque 251 Nm 426 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 4849 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1763 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1374 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2664 mm 3270 mm


 

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