1997 Buick Century vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, both 1997 Buick Century and 1997 Lancia K were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Lancia K.
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 Lancia K (309 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century. 1997 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1997 Lancia K has manual transmission. 1997 Lancia K 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 | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Century | K |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
