1992 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 360 kg more than 1980 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
| Model | Bravada | Century |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
