1997 Buick Century vs. 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. Both 1997 Buick Century and 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix are equipped with a 3,135 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, both vehicles can yield 251 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1994 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Buick | Pontiac |
| Model | Century | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
