1998 Honda Life vs. 1996 Buick Century
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Century (119 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Buick Century (180 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1996 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Life | 1996 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Life | Century |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2664 mm |
