1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Buick Century
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Camaro and 1996 Buick Century were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Buick Century. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Century.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Century. 1996 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Buick Century | |
Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
Model | Camaro | Century |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 119 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2664 mm |