1994 Buick Century vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,100 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Century (161 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Buick Century. 1994 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Century | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Century | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3100 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4803 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1364 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2662 mm | 2640 mm |
