1992 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 1992 Buick Century
To start off, both 1992 Oldsmobile 88 and 1992 Buick Century were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Century.
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, 1992 Oldsmobile 88 (298 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1992 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile 88 | 1992 Buick Century | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
Model | 88 | Century |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 251 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2662 mm |