1997 Buick Century vs. 1990 Chrysler TC
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chrysler TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chrysler TC would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler TC (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 46 kg more than 1990 Chrysler TC.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1990 Chrysler TC | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Century | TC |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2370 mm |
