1993 Buick Century vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1993 Buick Century. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1993 Buick Century.

Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Buick Century.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Buick Century 2013 Toyota Tundra
Make Buick Toyota
Model Century Tundra
Year Released 1993 2013
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3300 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 161 HP 376 HP
Torque 251 Nm 544 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4803 mm 6290 mm
Vehicle Width 1763 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1364 mm 1925 mm
Wheelbase Size 2662 mm 4180 mm


 

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