1990 Subaru XT 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 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru XT 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 31 more horse power than 1990 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Century weights approximately 360 kg more than 1990 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Subaru XT 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 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru XT. (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Subaru XT | 2000 Buick Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | XT | Century |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
