1997 Buick Century vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Century 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 31 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Toyota Prius. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Buick Century | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Century | Prius |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |