1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1989 Buick Century
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Buick Century. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1989 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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Century. (183 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1989 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Venture | Century |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 109 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2662 mm |
