1999 Buick Century vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Verada.
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 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Century | Verada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
