1990 Buick Century vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 16 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Century | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Century | Legend |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2910 mm |
