1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1990 Buick Century
To start off, both 1990 Volkswagen Passat and 1990 Buick Century were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Century (161 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Buick Century (251 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 1990 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat | 1990 Buick Century | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Buick |
| Model | Passat | Century |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2662 mm |
