1998 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Buick Century
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (197 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Buick Century. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Buick Century.
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 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Buick Century. (251 Nm). This means 1998 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 1992 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Accord | Century |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 3300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2664 mm |
