1998 Buick Century vs. 2012 Acura TSX
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 14 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 54 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.
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, 1998 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Century | 2012 Acura TSX | |
Make | Buick | Acura |
Model | Century | TSX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1839 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |