1999 Honda Legend vs. 1996 Buick Century
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 3 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Buick Century. (119 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Century. (180 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 1996 Buick Century | |
| Make | Honda | Buick |
| Model | Legend | Century |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 119 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2662 mm |
