1999 Buick Century vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Honda NSX.
Because 2003 Honda NSX 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 2003 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 2003 Honda NSX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Century | NSX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |