1997 Buick Century vs. 1997 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 1997 Buick Century and 1997 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Ram weights approximately 748 kg more than 1997 Buick Century.
Because 1997 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Ram 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, 1997 Dodge Ram (804 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1997 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1997 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Century | Ram |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 804 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2268 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3380 mm |
