1990 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1986 Buick Century
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1986 Buick Century. (125 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Buick Century.
Because 1990 Pontiac Firebird 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 1990 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Buick Century. (220 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Pontiac Firebird | 1986 Buick Century | |
| Make | Pontiac | Buick |
| Model | Firebird | Century |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2662 mm |
