1990 Honda Integra vs. 2000 Buick Century
To start off, 2000 Buick Century is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Century weights approximately 510 kg more than 1990 Honda Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Integra. 2000 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Integra | 2000 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Integra | Century |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2780 mm |
