1990 Buick Century vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 22 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 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Buick Century. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Century.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma 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 2012 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Buick Century (183 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. 1990 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Century | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 157 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4849 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1374 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2664 mm | 3240 mm |
