1998 Buick Century vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Century would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro weights approximately 135 kg more than 1998 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Century | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
Make | Buick | Vauxhall |
Model | Century | Monaro |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |