1997 Buick Century vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 480 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 1997 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Century | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
