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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP) has 145 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (443 Nm) has 192 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 | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 3700 mm |
